Job Description

The successful applicant will provide high-quality, evidence based Nursing care within our GP practice. They will be involved with a full range of treatment room duties, management of long term conditions, wound care and cervical screening. The role involves working with the wider healthcare team to reduce health inequalities, improve patient outcomes and support the practice commitment to delivering patient centred care
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
Our Practice Nurse role would be expected to undertake a range of nursing assessments and provide appropriate care or treatment in conjunction with our clinical team and Practice Policies.
You will required to support and deliver a high level of quality care and service based on the needs of the patient population of which would include treatment, management plans, screening, preventative care and patient education. In addition to this, you would also be expected to support the Practice in meeting its contractual obligations and delivery of enhanced service specifications.
We are keen to meet colleagues who are proactive and enthusiastic in improving standards of care and seeking continuous development in order to ensure our patients receive a high standard of care.
About us
Crocus Medical Practice is an innovative and forward thinking Practice led by our 3 partners. We serve and cover a local population of approximately 12,500 patients and are looking to recruit and welcome a Practice Nurse, to work across our 2 sites.
You will be joining a well establish team that undertake a variety of tasks, supporting and liaising with the in-house clinical team and other local healthcare providers in order to deliver high quality patient care.
Details
Date posted
26 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
A0617-25-0001
Job locations
Saffron Walden Hospital
Radwinter Road
Saffron Walden
Essex
CB11 3HY
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
Wound Management
Hypertension Management
Cervical Smears
Routine and Childhood immunisations
Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician.
Bloods
Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs
Interest in: Diabetes / Coronary Heart Disease / Asthma / COPD / Contraception
Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to lead nurses or GPs as appropriate
Maintaining GP and Nurse rooms, stocking, and rotating items as required.
Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels
Participation in administrative systems in the Practice
At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records
Attend and participate in Practice Meetings when required
On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits
Any other delegated duties appropriate to the Post. Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
Wound Management
Hypertension Management
Cervical Smears
Routine and Childhood immunisations
Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician.
Bloods
Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs
Interest in: Diabetes / Coronary Heart Disease / Asthma / COPD / Contraception
Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to lead nurses or GPs as appropriate
Maintaining GP and Nurse rooms, stocking, and rotating items as required.
Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels
Participation in administrative systems in the Practice
At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records
Attend and participate in Practice Meetings when required
On occasion there may be a requirement to undertake home visits
Any other delegated duties appropriate to the Post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Relevant Nursing Qualifications
• Previous Primary Care experience

• Sound knowledge and experience in using System 1

• Relevant Nursing Qualifications
• Previous Primary Care experience

• Sound knowledge and experience in using System 1